Cultivate by Forbidden Root

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   Shirley

   New Mexico

   3 reviews

   5.0

   3 reviews

   Dined 1 day ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Excellent food!!! We were expecting “pub food” but this was so much more. Skilled use of unexpected herbs and spices. This kitchen produced perfectly cooked proteins. The duck was the most flavorful duck I’ve had in a restaurant. The octopus was exactly the right texture. Pork shank and short ribs were fall-off-the-bone and seasoned creatively. Everything was flavorful and delicious. We appreciated the art of the serving dishes, not just plain white plates. Service was also excellent. We were greeted at the door and our table was immediately ready. Our server was attentive. Our food came out hot. Only real negative is the 3% charge to use a card. I don’t like carrying $250+ in cash. I wish this place was in our hometown. We look forward to returning to Cultivate.
   

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   Jessica

   VIP

   Chicago

   11 reviews

   5.0

   11 reviews

   Dined 2 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Excellent service. Our party of 7 was able to space out cocktails, appetizers, and main courses without being rushed by our server. Food and cocktails were very good! Unique spins on all dishes. Favorites were vada pav, board + extra beer bread, pork shank, duck and dumplings, short rib. The ambiance is great! Mood lighting without being too dark; alternative music at a perfect volume. Highly recommend this Ravenswood neighborhood gem!
   

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   Heather

   Chicago

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on 14 December 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Our server was knowledgeable, checked in just enough, and the ambiance was welcoming and relaxing. The food was elevated and very tasty.
   

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   Bill

   VIP

   Chicago

   3 reviews

   5.0

   3 reviews

   Dined on 12 December 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   Great food and overall great experience. Will be back again.
   

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   Andrew

   VIP

   Chicago

   20 reviews

   5.0

   20 reviews

   Dined on 30 November 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   First time visiting this neighborhood gem and it did not disappoint! The cocktails were perfectly balanced and the beer was delicious. I would definitely recommend the shishito peppers, charcuterie board, bread, duck, and pork shank - they were all incredible. Will be back again!
   

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   Laura

   VIP

   Chicago

   9 reviews

   4.0

   9 reviews

   Dined on 17 November 2024

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 5

   Found this location on Open Table and am very glad I did. Will definitely be back. Wide range of food selections to please everyone and not too loud.
   

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   Victoria

   VIP

   Chicago

   26 reviews

   5.0

   26 reviews

   Dined on 1 November 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   This was our third visit; once pre-pandemic and twice in the past 3 months and our experience....food, drink, service and ambiance have all been exceptional. Highly recommend.
   

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   Jonelle

   VIP

   Chicago

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on 30 October 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Our server was attentive and friendly! I apologize for forgetting their name! But thank you for being great!
   

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   Lisa

   Minneapolis

   10 reviews

   3.0

   10 reviews

   Dined on 25 October 2024

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 3

   We ate here two years ago and had a fabulous experience. However, this time around we had a different experience. On a positive note, the service is very good. The cocktail menu is fun. But, the food this time around was not as special as it looked on the menu. I had scallops that were too salty and my husband had mussels that were bland. We were surprised given our previous visit.
   

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    Tanya

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 20 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    Excellent, eclectic menu and cocktails. Not as loud or crowded as most restaurants. Meals were reasonably priced, especially considering the quality of the ingredients. Nice to have free parking as well.
    

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